Johnny's Bagels and Deli to debut first Allentown location across from PPL Center

Johnny's Bagels and Deli

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Johnny's Bagels and Deli owner John Zohir, of Allentown, restocks his original Bethlehem eatery's bagel bins in this file photo from 2005. He plans to open his fourth location, the first one in Allentown, in a few weeks at 640 Hamilton St.

Johnny's Bagels and Deli owner John Zohir, of Allentown, restocks his original Bethlehem eatery's bagel bins in this file photo from 2005. He plans to open his fourth location, the first one in Allentown, in a few weeks at 640 Hamilton St. (Harry Fisher / TMC)

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When is Johnny's Bagels and Deli opening in Allentown's arena zone?

Johnny'sBagels and Deli, a Bethlehem staple for 14 years, is preparing to bring its scrumptious offerings to Allentown's arena zone in just a few weeks.

According to owner John Zohir of Allentown, the new 65-seat eatery on the first floor of 640 Hamilton St. (former Hamilton Financial Center) is just waiting on a final inspection and will open "sometime in mid-October."

It will supplement the business' other locations at the Westgate Mall, which opened five years ago; Lehigh University's Campus Square, which opened eight years ago; and its original location on Main Street in historic Bethlehem.

"I'm really happy to be a part of Allentown's growth," Zohir said, pointing to the PPL Center across the street. "Its revitalization is incredible. This may be the first of a couple locations in Allentown."

The new venue will feature the same menu, which includes burgers, wraps, paninis, subs, salads, sandwiches and its signature New York-style, hand-rolled bagels.

Zohir also plans to expand his gourmet coffee offerings and introduce more vegetarian options, as well as some dishes "representative of the city."

Hours, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. on most days, will be expanded on certain nights for arena events. Info: johnnysbagelsandeli.com.